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  Residents of Birnin Tudu in Gummi Local Government Area of Zamfara State reportedly fought back against armed bandits during a three-day confrontation, leaving some of the attackers dead and raising fresh concerns about security in the area. The confrontation reportedly began on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, when armed men arrived in the community on motorcycles and launched attacks while some residents were away working on their farms. According to reports published on Friday, October 23, residents and local vigilantes mobilised to defend their community after the attackers reportedly surrounded parts of the settlement, opened fire and looted shops. The clashes continued over several days as residents attempted to repel the armed men and prevent further attacks. Residents and Vigilantes Resist Attack Residents said they worked together with local vigilantes to resist the attackers rather than abandon their homes. Reports indicated that some of the suspected bandits died during the ...